Electrocompaniet EC 4.8 MKII Reference Preamplifier

With its exceptional performance, remarkable resolution, superb control, and precise musical reproduction, the EC 4.8 MKII preamplifier truly embodies our slogan, “Closing the gap to the master.” This new two-channel model builds upon its predecessor, ensuring that all quality power amplifiers sound even better!

Balanced Audio

Featuring fully balanced discrete analog audio circuitry.

Improved Sonic Performance

The MKII enhances the EC 4.8 with upgraded mechanics and sonic improvements, along with a design that aligns with our other new MKII products.

Dual Mono Design

Engineered as two separate mono preamplifiers, each equipped with its own independent power supply.

Specs

• All measurements are made at 120V / 240V // 50Hz / 60Hz

• Input Impedance: 47 kΩ
• Output Impedance: 100 Ω
• Max Input: ±15 Vp-p (±30 Vp-p Balanced)
• Max Output: ±30 Vp-p (±30 Vp-p Balanced)
• Minimum Gain: -111 dB
• Maximum Gain: 6 dB
• Noise Floor (0 dB gain): < -130 dB
• Frequency Response: 1 – 200 kHz
• Channel Separation: > 120 dB
• THD (1V in, 1V out): < 0.002%
• Power Consumption (no load or signal): 30 W
• Dimensions and Weight
  • Width: 470 mm / 18.5 inches
  • Depth: 372 mm / 14.64 inches
  • Height: 80 mm / 3.14 inches
  • Weight: 11.3 kg / 24.9 lbs
• Inputs
  • Balanced: 2 x 2 channel
  • Single Ended: 3 x 2 channel
• Control Ports
  • Network: 3 x SPAC
  • Programming: 1 x USB
• Outputs
  • Balanced: 1 x 2 channel
  • Single Ended: Record Out

EC 4.8 Reference Preamplifier Owner's Manual